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With the schools and colleges in full swing fewer families visit the island, more singles and couples. The island flavor kicks back another notch, making September and October some of the best months for a relaxed diving experience in Maui. But there’s still plenty of excitement going on. Halloween is a HUGE event in Lahaina. Known as the “Mardi Gras of the Pacific”, if you’re planning a visit at that time don’t forget your costume. No costume is too outrageous for this event. And who knows, you just may win the $1,000 prize for best costume! For a listing of events happening in Lahaina check out http://www.visitlahaina.com/calendar.html |
The Humpback Whales will soon make their way back to our waters after having spent the summer feeding and frolicking around Alaska. During their Alaskan stay they feed on lots of krill (small shrimp-like creatures), which will sustain them during their Hawaiian stay. While in Hawaii mating and birthing they do not eat. A few whales will be spotted in November and December, but high season for sightings is January, February, and March. If you’re visiting the island during that time you’ll enjoy the bonus of regular sightings while enroute to dive sites… maybe even observe a heat run (more on that in December’s issue). You’ll also have the pleasure of hearing their distinct songs underwater during dives. Do we see them underwater? It is very rare. :-( Scuba - Inspired Music Tropical Music International has released two new CD’s called “Scuba Tunes”: Volume 1 “Pool Sessions”, and Volume 2 “Check Out Dives”. Steve Hendrickson and Eric Stone teamed up with five of Nashville’s top studio musicians for this unique and lighthearted recording. Highlights include Skip, the one-legged Shark Diver, Blackened Fish Sandwich, and Scubaholic. Listen to samples of the songs or purchase on-line @ http://www.scubaradio.com/shop.cfm
Taking the Next Step in Scuba If you think all scuba certifications are like your open water class (on your knees doing skills)…..THINK AGAIN! From Adventure Diver to nearly all the specialty courses, continuing education in scuba diving is diving with a specific goal in mind. Learning and having fun work together like a BC & Reg. For instance, the in water skills for the Hawaiian Eco-Naturalist Specialty consist of searching out and identifying various fish, invertebrates such as corals and nudibranchs, and plant life on the Hawaiian coral reef while maintaining buoyancy control so as not to damage the reef. Sounds pretty similar to a FUN dive, doesn’t it! Add the satisfaction of personal growth from learning and you have the recipe for a very satisfying dive experience.
International Cleanup Day DON’T FORGET the Project A.W.A.R.E. International Cleanup Day on September 20th. This annual event is a great way to give back to the “aina” (land in Hawaiian). Divers and non-divers the world over will meet for the purpose of cleaning the shorelines and underwater areas of our oceans, beaches, lakes, and rivers. To participate near your home or wherever you may be that day check the contact information at: http://www.projectaware.org.
More to come in Novemeber.. |
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